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A modern living room with a fireplace, a bar area, and a seating arrangement.

A modern bar area with wooden flooring, a white counter, and multiple seating arrangements.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent red facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

A reception area with a vending machine, a bulletin board, and a decorative wall piece.

1. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area

12.4 km from Bell Lake

Kristina

￥20,838

￥24,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A white building with columns, surrounded by trees with autumn leaves.

A grand piano, ornate chairs, a chandelier, and a large mirror in a spacious room with patterned rugs and wooden flooring.

A kitchen with wooden walls, a central island with food items, hanging pots, and a refrigerator.

A grand room with a grand piano, ornate chairs, a red patterned rug, and a vase of flowers.

2. The Colonels B&B and Inn

9.2 km from Bell Lake

Daniel

￥45,475

￥57,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, window, and artwork.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a fireplace, and decorative items on shelves.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There are large windows with black roller shades, a potted plant, and a bookshelf.

A two-story house with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with a double door, and a small porch area.

3. The Rushmore

11.3 km from Bell Lake

"It's a very well maintained property, very clean and neat. Amenities (breakfast, snacks, soda, water, beer, wine) are great and staff extremely nice (and available). Room (Ivey) was just what we needed, retro decoration, nice bed, large bathroom. Location is great (S. Milledge). Close to University (walkable), can walk to several restaurants and close to sororities/fraternities, but not within hearing distance. Would highly recommend for an upper scale visit to Athens or UGA"

Christopher

￥34,314

￥40,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern dining area with hexagonal pendant lights, a large window with a view, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, red chairs, and tables, surrounded by brick walls and a modern building in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a sign indicating it is Springhill Suites Marriott.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a bookshelf, and a decorative wall with text.

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

13.2 km from Bell Lake

john

￥28,351

￥33,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a bar area with a view of the city skyline.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a modern entrance.

A modern lobby with a sofa area, a staircase, and large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

5. Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

13.8 km from Bell Lake

Christine

￥22,738

￥26,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

A fitness room with treadmills and elliptical machines, wooden flooring, and a large window.

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

6. Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

13.1 km from Bell Lake

Kimberly

￥18,486

￥22,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating with cushioned chairs, and a visible exit sign.

A hotel reception desk with a 'Quality by Choice Hotels' sign, a clock, and a window with blinds.

A gym with multiple dumbbells arranged on racks, a treadmill, and a stationary bike.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

7. Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

11.9 km from Bell Lake

Jason

￥15,790

￥18,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a parking lot, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

A breakfast area with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, and a tiled ceiling.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

12.9 km from Bell Lake

Dave

￥15,146

￥18,208 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern cafe with a central bar, seating area, and a chalkboard menu.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a red chair.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and dumbbells.

A hotel room with a large window, a round mirror, a desk with a lamp, and a red chair.

9. Hampton Inn Athens

12.3 km from Bell Lake

Tara

￥19,059

￥22,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel room with a large window, a TV, a desk, and two beds.

A conference room with round tables, chairs, and a large screen displaying a presentation.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, leather chairs, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of trees.

A table set with gold bead accents, clear glassware, and a 'Table One' sign.

10. Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area by IHG

13.9 km from Bell Lake

Edwin N

￥21,948

￥26,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio area with a bar, seating, and a TV screen.

A reception area with a stone wall, a red counter, and a seating area with red chairs.

A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, sofas, and round tables.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, featuring a long counter and multiple stools.

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

13.6 km from Bell Lake

Ashley

￥22,682

￥26,874 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with a long counter, red bar stools, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

An outdoor patio area with brick flooring, a fire pit, and string lights.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple floors.

A modern dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows with curtains, and a patterned floor.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

13.7 km from Bell Lake

TAMMIE M

￥22,595

￥26,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a framed picture on the wall.

A lobby with two sofas and three ottomans, a reception desk, and a bulletin board.

A compact kitchen with a black refrigerator, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.

A hotel room with a dining area, a kitchenette, a sofa, and a chair.

13. Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG

13 km from Bell Lake

Roger

￥18,790

￥23,344 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a high ceiling with skylights.

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a central chandelier, and a reception desk.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Country Inn & Suites by Radisson."

An indoor swimming pool with a diving board, tiled walls, and a seating area with chairs.

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

12.3 km from Bell Lake

Christopher

￥15,762

￥18,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large glass door entrance.

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a grill, and umbrellas.

A restaurant with a counter, seating area, and large windows.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a trash bin.

15. Wingate Athens

15.3 km from Bell Lake

William

￥15,310

￥18,395 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered walkway, and a pool area.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a coffee machine, and a sign that reads "Morning Medley."

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and artwork on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a blue and brown tiled floor, and metal handrails.

16. Sleep Inn & Suites Athens South

13.2 km from Bell Lake

kevin

￥16,643

￥19,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a television, and a door.

A restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, a television, and a view of the outside.

A Howard Johnson hotel sign with a modern building in the background.

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens

12 km from Bell Lake

Craig

￥13,422

￥16,226 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent 'BW Best Western' sign, and a well-lit entrance.

A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a coat check, and a sign indicating check-in times.

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, round coffee table, and patterned rug. There are multiple tables and chairs, and a large lamp in the center.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

18. Best Western Athens

13 km from Bell Lake

Ryan

￥15,632

￥18,766 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Compare popular hotels close to Bell Lake

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area	9.4 Exceptional 353 reviews	View
The Colonels B&B and Inn	9.8 Exceptional 57 reviews	View
The Rushmore	10.0 Exceptional 123 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area	9.6 Exceptional 609 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Bell Lake Hotel Reviews

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Center for Continuing Education is always my favorite place to stay in Athens. Superbly clean and exceptional staff."

Keepsake on Katie Lane - 6 Miles to UGA & Athens

10/10 Excellent

"The home was spacious and clean, The host communicated arrival instructions well and we did not have any issues during our stay. Very spacious back yard and comfortable seating inside, it is about a 15 minute drive to UGA campus. The price for the stay was in line with other properties during a UGA game weekend."

Historic Farmhouse Near UGA • 5 Acres • Private & Remodeled

10/10 Excellent

"We visited UGA to see our son. This farmhouse was excellent. Great location relative to downtown UGA. The house was clean and comfortable. The communication with the owner was excellent very accommodating."

UGA Tix available with booking! Cozy home near Athens, shops, stadium, etc.

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely home with so many nice touches for guests. Extra toiletries, fresh flowers, local recommendations, etc. highly recommend!"

Cozy Downtown Retreat! Patio + Fire Pit + Garden

10/10 Excellent

"This is an amazing property with an incredible host. Well suited in all aspects. Definitely book this property if your travel takes you to Watkinsville, GA."

Charming Duplex: 12 Mi to UGA & Sanford Stadium!

10/10 Excellent

"This rental was amazing! Super comfortable and clean with tons of extras, not to mention beautifully decorated. Very well stocked with all the necessities and if it’s not there the hosts will make an effort to help. It has definitely set the bar high for other rentals. We will definitely stay here during future visits to UGA."

Newly Built 5 BR, 6 Miles to UGA, Fire Pit, Sauna, Game Room.

10/10 Excellent

"We were in town for my son’s wedding at Hadden Estate. We had a large group so the house was great. Communication was great with the Host and I received replies within a timely manner. The house was beautiful and offered lots of space and things to do. Thank you for accommodating us in your beautiful home."

Lux and Spacious - King Beds, Chefs Kitchen, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & Near UGA!

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and well appointed property! The host even left chocolates by the bedside!! Excellent communication and response time to our questions/requests from the host! Wire Park is a fun location too! Would stay here again!!"

12 Mi to UGA Campus: Spacious Group Getaway!

10/10 Excellent

"It was perfect for our employees working in the area"

Other attractions near Bell Lake

State Botanical Garden of Georgia

9.2/10 (204 reviews)

Join a guided tour or use informative signs to explore miles of nature trails and view exotic plants in this outstanding garden.

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Oconee County Welcome Center

10.0/10 (1 review)

Oconee County Welcome Center is just one of the places to see in Watkinsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's live music or attend a football game.

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Eagle Tavern Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Eagle Tavern Museum during your travels in Watkinsville. Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

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Oconee County Library

Oconee County Library is just one of the places to see in Watkinsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

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Harris Shoals Park

Harris Shoals Park is just one of the places to see in Watkinsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

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Farmington Depot Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Farmington Depot Gallery during your trip to Watkinsville. You can attend a football game while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bell Lake?

Bell Lake is located in Watkinsville. You'll find 26 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Bell Lake?

Located a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Bell Lake, Luxury Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Another good choice is Historic Farmhouse Near UGA • 5 Acres • Private & Remodeled, located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near Bell Lake?

Expedia has 26 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Bell Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bell Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Bell Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Bell Lake?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Bell Lake, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Bell Lake?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at State Botanical Garden of Georgia and Oconee Veterans Park. Attractions like Farmington Depot Gallery, Eagle Tavern Museum, and Oconee County Civic Center highlight Watkinsville's local culture. Oconee County Library and University of North Georgia (Oconee Campus) are both worth a visit while you're checking out the area.

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Our top choices for Bell Lake hotels

1. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area

2. The Colonels B&B and Inn

3. The Rushmore

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

5. Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

6. Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

7. Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

9. Hampton Inn Athens

10. Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area by IHG

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

12. Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

13. Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

15. Wingate Athens

16. Sleep Inn & Suites Athens South

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens

18. Best Western Athens

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Top Bell Lake Hotel Reviews

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

Keepsake on Katie Lane - 6 Miles to UGA & Athens

Historic Farmhouse Near UGA • 5 Acres • Private & Remodeled

UGA Tix available with booking! Cozy home near Athens, shops, stadium, etc.

Cozy Downtown Retreat! Patio + Fire Pit + Garden

Charming Duplex: 12 Mi to UGA & Sanford Stadium!

Newly Built 5 BR, 6 Miles to UGA, Fire Pit, Sauna, Game Room.

Lux and Spacious - King Beds, Chefs Kitchen, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & Near UGA!

12 Mi to UGA Campus: Spacious Group Getaway!

Other attractions near Bell Lake

State Botanical Garden of Georgia

Oconee County Welcome Center

Eagle Tavern Museum

Oconee County Library

Harris Shoals Park

Farmington Depot Gallery

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